The Ministry of Police has a new Commissioner.
He is Egon Keil of Malololelei and Moto’otua.
Mr. Keil’s appointment as the new boss of the Ministry of Police was confirmed by Prime Minister, Tuilaepa Sa’ilele Malielegaoi.
Born and raised in Samoa, the Commissioner is the son of Tualagi Rasmussen and businessman, Maposua Rudolph Keil.
Mr Keil is a former police officer with the Los Angeles Department of Police (L.A.P.D.) in the United States and also the owner of Speedy Autocare at Savalalo.
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Contacted for a comment, Mr. Keil told the Samoa Observer he was extremely honoured.
“I’m going to bring all my expertise and knowledge of police work I gained in the L.A.P.D. and apply it here in Samoa to benefit our country,” he said.
At 50 years of age, Mr. Keil worked for the United States Police for almost 20 years.
When the position of Police Commissioner was advertised, he said he had to grab the opportunity.
“When this position opened up it seemed like it was tailored for me,” said Mr. Keil. “I applied and went through the process of interview and I’m really glad they chose me.”
Looking ahead, Mr. Keil is optimistic that with hard work, he will be able to contribute to an improved Police force.
“There is going to be positive change coming in with me,” said Mr. Keil. “I want to hold everyone accountable including myself.”
The new Commissioner hopes to work closely with the youth, community, the Attorney General’s Office, Courts, business community, government departments and Samoa’s donor partners.
He also promised there will be an open door for the media to his office.
Mr. Keil is a former student of Leifiifi and Avele College.
He holds two degrees in Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement from Hawaii and the United States of America.
He has two children who are currently residing in the United States.
Speaking to the media yesterday, Tuilaepa said 13 applicants were interviewed.
“One of them withdrew their application,” said Tuilaepa. “They were all qualified but only one has a little bit more than the others.”
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